Magic Cape 243-5DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #7A7B98, LRV 21 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Intrigue from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7A7B98 · 243-5DB
Magic Cape
21%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Magic Cape Technical Profile
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Magic Cape in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Magic Cape in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyMagic Cape
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsBlue Intrigue
Blue Intrigue
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Suzette
Vista Paint
Very similar
Queen's Wreath
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Puttin' on the Ritz
Valspar
Very similar
Little Theater
Behr
Very similar
Deep Empire Blue
PPG
Very similar
Mythical
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Queen of Sheba
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Magical Twilight
Kilz
Visible difference
Pearl Black Berry
RAL
Visible difference
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Magic Cape
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Magic Cape
#7A7B98
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9885AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Magic Cape
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Magic Cape Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Magic Cape.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Magic Cape — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Magic Cape have?
Magic Cape by Dutch Boy has a cool (violet) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Magic Cape in your own space before committing.
What colors match Magic Cape from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Magic Cape are Blue Intrigue by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Bossa Nova Blue by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match), Suzette by Vista Paint (a very close match) — the best options for getting Magic Cape's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Magic Cape?
Magic Cape has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 20.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Magic Cape's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.